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Population trends have had a considerable impact on the present economic and social crises in Africa and will continue to do so for many years ahead if vigorous and comprehensive population policies are not adopted not At its present Growth rate of about 3,1%. per- annum, Africa's population will double in 23 years. At present many African Governments are unable to provide (a)primary education to all primary school age group(b) employment to many unemployed (c)adequate services like clear drinking water, sewer,transport, health, and housing. How then in the light of the population doubling every 23 years can African Governments hope to be able to cope up with development problems of improving the living standard of their people? The
potential for human numbers to increase is far much greater than governments abilities to accelerate development efforts to meet the needs for thee growing numbers. It is therefore apparent that population ion factor should be considered as a central focal point and an integral part of social and economic development strategies and policies in resolving African problems.

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